The Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore trailer will be released this week, according to actor Jude Law. The news was released today on the official Fantastic Beasts social media accounts: "Join Dumbledore's first army this week to show your support for the renowned wizard. Share your costumes, fan art, tattoos, favorite quotations, and anything Dumbledore-related, and watch the new Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore trailer on Thursday, February 24.
The news was followed by a video from Jude Law, who will reprise his role as Dumbledore in the Fantastic Beasts films. The formal announcement can be found here.
"Good day, everyone!" What an honor it is to play Albus Dumbledore. One of the most powerful wizards in the universe. A man who is constantly one step ahead of everyone. A man who believes in the goodness of people and is willing to provide wise, albeit cryptic, words of wisdom. A new trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore will be published on Thursday, February 24th.
I'm delighted to announce that this film will offer part of the backstory that helped shape the renowned wizard that we grew to adore in Harry Potter. The stakes are extremely high for him, and he requires the assistance of an unusual group of heroes to help him face his greatest challenge yet. To get ready for the trailer, we'd like to encourage you to join Dumbledore's first army. Please send us your favorite Dumbledore-related cosplay, fan art, tattoos, and quotes. Bask in everything Albus Dumbledore – this magnificent character we've all grown to love.
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore's official synopsis reads, "Professor Albus Dumbledore is well aware that the powerful, dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is plotting to take over the wizarding world. He entrusts magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid squad of wizards and witches to stop him alone. As they battle Grindelwald's growing legion of followers, they are soon confronted with a slew of old and new animals.
